TwoTs spelling debate shrouds Burnet in Texas history
In The Sun's Who's In Charge feature, readers debate whether David G. Burnet's surname should have one or two Ts. The piece traces Burnet's role as interim president of the Republic of Texas, his spelling controversy, and misperceptions across Texas, noting regional pronunciation and a long-running joke about his name.
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Juneteenth events continue in Baytown community park
Special to The Sun outlines a multi day Juneteenth schedule at Edna Mae Washington Park and JD Walker Center with an Apollo style amateur night, appreciation awards, jazz poetry open mic, gospel extravaganza, a community breakfast, parade line up and a 10 am Saturday parade. Featured guest Joe Texas Jr. headlines the celebration with booths, food, and crafts amid park activities. Proceeds support donations and booth spaces sell for 35 dollars with attendees bringing tents and supplies.
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Community calendar events in Baytown area
A sequence of local happenings includes fall Little League registration from 1 to 5 p.m. and through June with contacts David Roberts and Keesha Coverson. Also hymn singing Sundays at the Hampton Inn led by W F McCarkle, VFW bingo on Wednesdays and Sundays, a Monday Bible study at San Jacinto Baptist Association, Interdenominational Men’s Fellowship third Mondays at Memorial Assembly of God, Baby Time at Sterling Municipal Library, Duplicate Bridge Club Mondays at Remington Park, Seniors Room activities at Gray Center, Jazzercise sessions at St John’s United Methodist Church with contacts Debbie Shope and Jay Lamb.
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Weather watch with showers and warm highs
Partly cloudy with a 30 percent to 40 percent chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms. Highs near 90 to 92 degrees, lows around 75. Southeast winds 5 to 15 mph. Sunrise 6 18 a m Sunset 8 21 p m. Tides vary with morning highs. TM for Point Barrow Trinity Bay
The Sun GROWING and MOWING items examined
The Sun reviews gardening trends focusing on growing crops and lawn care. It highlights popular methods, seasonal timing, and practical tips for home gardeners, including soil prep, watering schedules, and maintenance routines.
Barton Hur MISS YOUR PAPER You should receive by 6 a.m.
Notice advises Baytown Sun delivery times and gives a re-delivery phone number 4225-8048 for missed issues by 10 a.m. It lists sections 4B 4C 1D 168 across the page and mentions crossword sports and editorial areas.
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Obituary notices for Anderson Young Henson Cox Fortenberry
Obituaries list Sandra Lee Anderson, Dorothy Cox Fortenberry, Toyce Ann Fitzhenry. Pending notice includes J Edward Mitchell. Page 68.
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Online survey seeks Baytown resident input for better city
Baytown residents are invited to complete an online survey to help identify local strengths and weaknesses. The survey is accessible via the city site www.baytown.org and The Sun site www.baytownsun.com. The Sun also welcomes photo submissions. email David Bloom at david-bloom@baytownsun.com or mail prints to 1301 Memorial Drive, Baytown, 77520.
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Quotable caution in love from Bertrand Russell
A line from Bertrand Russell, the English philosopher and mathematician, notes that excessive caution in matters of love can destroy true happiness. It reflects on risk, emotion, and the balance needed for fulfillment in relationships.
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Leviticus Verse: Sabbath Rest Commandment Listed
The verse commands rest on the seventh day as a holy convocation. It designates the day as the Sabbath of the Lord, to be observed in all dwellings, with no work during the sabbath.
Corrections Published For Goose Creek Emporium Owner
The Sun corrects a misspelled name for Goose Creek Emporium owner Terry Presley in the Page 1A June 3 edition and notes timely error correction policy. Readers may contact Sun managing editor David Bloom at 281-425-8016 or via email to report corrections.
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Reseate Spoonbill Spotlight at Baytown Nature Center
This week the journal’s photographer offers an up close look at a reseate spoonbill seen year round at Baytown Nature Center.
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